Lead Toddler Guide — Montessori, Sponsored Diploma & Growth

Guidepostmontessori; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsored Montessori diploma

Salary $43k

Health insurance

PTO & holidays

75% tuition discount

Mentor network

Career growth

Job summary

Guidepost Montessori is hiring a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori setting, fostering curiosity, independence, and confidence. You will observe, tailor lessons, and guide children through language, self-regulation, and practical life skills while building strong relationships with families.

The role emphasizes leading routines, collaborating with a supportive team, and promoting a calm, joyful learning environment for children aged 0-3.

Qualifications

• Experience leading early childhood classrooms or groups of toddlers.
• Ability to observe and support physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Strong communication with families and collaboration with teammates.

Responsibilities

• Observe each child closely to support development.
• Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom.
• Encourage independence and hands-on activities.
• Provide lessons in practical life skills and language development.
• Build warm relationships with children and families.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents to support growth.
• Lead routines and foster a joyful, respectful community.

Skills

Leadership

Observation

Parent communication

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

ECE or Child Development credits

Job description

Guidepost Montessori is hiring a Lead Toddler Guide to lead a mixed-age toddler classroom in a Montessori setting, fostering curiosity, independence, and confidence. You will observe, tailor lessons, and guide children through language, self-regulation, and practical life skills while building strong relationships with families.

The role emphasizes leading routines, collaborating with a supportive team, and promoting a calm, joyful learning environment for children aged 0-3.